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Will the owner consider land contracting this property?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1069120489-505-Palmerston-St-MI-River-Rouge-48218 Will the owner consider land contracting this property?

Father's Office
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The house at 6 South 7Th street Maswcoutah IL. 62258.
I'm planning to sell this house very soon. Marvin Hanks 4645 Wesy Lake Ave Glenview Il. 60025 Phone 224-927-9616

Property taxes seem to vary all over the US. I'm so confused We bought in Palm Springs, a sister is ....
... considering buying in Phoenix and another sister in Miami. Palm Springs tax rate and assessed value are set by state, but that doesn't seem to be the case in Florida or Arizona? Anyone know the property…

Converting a Condo to fractional ownership
Hi : Just wondering what the issues would be in converting a low priced condo (something like Royal Palm ) to a fractional ownership situation. Would lower initial investment as well as monthly cost and…

I want to find a buyers agent in the University section of the city. How can I find a good realtor that is?
not working for the seller. The last one I had was terrible.

Please send details of house (sq. ft., etc) Possible to get more pics? $216/mo is that with 20% down?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1072645942-706-4th-St-Lacon-IL-61540

What are the chances that an offer be approved? Is there a specific criteria? Is it like "bidding"?

When was this property built and how much did it cost? Gerald D. Woldt gwoldt@comcast.net
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1052439812-Address-not-Disclosed-

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Los Angeles Times Will Do The Unthinkable
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is this up or down stairs. is it a convertible?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/photos/1072711511-1-Westgate-Lane-A-Boynton-Beach-FL-33436

Relocating to Arizona for a couple of years where are the best areas to live with the best elementary schools
Need an area with good resell opportunities

2008 Year End Market Condition Report for Salem Oregon
I finally understand.  I always wondered how the NAR forecasts were so much more optimistic than other ones.  I think I understand why now... As I was drinking my green tea this morning and crunching…

A townhouse in Tallahassee for Sale
A townhouse with a wood burning fireplace, ceramic tile floors in the living and dining area, ceiling fans throughout the home, a kitchen bar, private patio in the back, with a woods in back of property.…

New Year's Resolutions for Buyers & Sellers
Now that we are a couple of weeks into the New Year, how are you doing on your New Year's resolutions?  We all have probably made them and possibly have already broken some.  I always think…

When is this property available for tour?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1071549524-12810-Rannoch-Forest-Cir-Bristow-VA-20136

What is the unit address on this property & are there more pictures? Is it upstairs or downstairs?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/35522837-5375-Ortega-Farms-Blvd-Jacksonville-FL-32210

Foreclosure Rates for Marion County Oregon
I haven't posted about foreclosure rates here in the Salem Metro area for a while, so it's time.  RealtyTrac recently came out with their December 2008 numbers on January 15th.  Foreclosure rates increased…

Can you do a Deed In lieu in North Carolina?
I talked to my mortgage company before I was ever late on my payments and told them that I can't afford to keep making my mortgage payments. They told me there was nothing they could do. After a few months…

Home Affordability Seminar - Free Information Forum this Sat, 1/ 24
If you've been sitting on the sidelines wondering when is the right time to "Take the Plunge" and enter the market, this free no obligation seminar is for you.  Bottom line is this - mortgage rates are…

is this up or down stairs. is it a convertible?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/photos/1072711511-1-Westgate-Lane-A-Boynton-Beach-FL-33436

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Bistro 1491
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how much did the house ar 2733 e.scorpio pl. chandler,az 85249 seel for and when

How can i see the property? I am Military, and i am relocating after a three year absence!
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2003332069--Riverside-Dr-516-Metairie-LA-70003

how much did the house at 725w.cochiselane gilbert,az 85233 sell for

When a property is REO, can the buyers try to negotiate and get a lower price?

Belize Real Estate - Ara Macao Resort and Marina Masterplan - Waterfront Properties for sale in Belize
Belize Real Estate - Ara Macao Resort and Marina Masterplan - Waterfront Properties for sale in BelizeMASTERPLANNestled on 582 Acres of lush green landscape edged by a mile of sugar sand beach with blue…

Wednesday PM Linkage: Food Edition
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Quests: LAist Hunts Down the Costliest Shirt in LA
[Image via LAist] LAist goes in search of the city's most expensive t-shirt, traveling a harrowing path though LA's priciest boutiques and department stores. A sample moment on the journey: A trip to Dolce…

Belize Real Estate - Belize Condos for sale - Copal Beach Resort - Buy now at Pre-Construction prices
Belize Real Estate - Belize Condos for sale - Copal Beach Resort - Buy now at Pre-Construction pricesCopal Beach, an exclusive new development on the Placencia Peninsula in Belize, blends the sophistication…

Lancaster PA Luxury Real Estate - Communities in Lancaster
Lancaster PA Luxury Real Estate - Communities in LancasterLancaster is a beautiful community spread around rolling green hills. Within lancaster are numerous communities that makeup the very best lancaster…

centerpointe urban townhouses in fairfax
Does anybody have any idea how much of a price reduction that can be achieved? I like the location but the townhouses seem over-priced for the sq footage that you get.

How to deal with the situation (an offer) when facts of the house is not matching with public (county) record?
Recently I came across the house but after verifying several source (including county website and actual house-itself) I notice that sq.ft of the house is not the same between MLS listing (more sq ft)…

Picked Up and Dusted Off Yet?
It is day 2 after-all and the work load is heavy…our economy is priority one.  At least, I hope it will be. My area is  currently tracking via MLS as such: Lisbon 22 Active Listings   …

Is this property still avilable?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2002694330--Arnica-Way-Santa-Rosa-CA-95403

Everyone Will Be Talking Billboards Tomorrow
Tomorrow the City Planning Commission will be taking up the new draft sign ordinance, a 122-page beast of a document that attempts to cohesively set forth a set of rules regarding signage. You'll remember…

I'm curious to know what is the tuition @ PHS?
-- This question is about Preston High School: http://www.trulia.com/schools/NY-Bronx/Preston_High_School/

Is this property in foreclosure?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Oregon/Oregon_City/sold/348941-15021-Emerson-Ct-Oregon-City-OR-97045

Who should I contact if Iam offering a service for removal of furniture,carpet,etc. on foreclosed homes for
lenders and or banks?

Where in southern california is there demand for housing?
I'm looking to purchase a foreclosed home in the future. Where should I look (particular counties)? I don't want to end up holding the house because there is no demand for it in that particular area. However…

Reviews on Lehigh acres, Florida.
I live out of state and I am thinking about purchasing a second home in the Lehigh Acres area. I am not familiar with the area at all. Can anyone tell me if this is a relatively safe and friendly area…

IS THE HOUSE AT 14739 N 149TH DR. IN FORECLOSURE?

Take Me Out Past the Ballgame: Sounds like the upcoming E-Embarcadero line...
Sounds like the upcoming E-Embarcadero line (courtesy one Transit Effectiveness Project), will not only connect Fisherman's Wharf to the Caltrain station at 4th and King, it may also eventually extend…

Is there a good source of rental rates by city in San Mateo County - historically and going forward?
source for this?

How do I get an approximate selling price on my property?
We live at 3837 Erath, in Carrollton TX (but Lewisville ISD). 4005 sq ft home with 2 kids away in college. We just have too much space now. How can we find the approximate selling price to determine…

Should I list my house for sale in the winter?
The Case for Listing Your House in the winterI am writing this as I am headed home from Los Angeles, where I spent a week in some of the most beautiful January weather they have seen there in a long time.…

what are they asking down and per month?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/41713935-57-Nichols-St-Lockport-NY-14094

How do I get a picture of my listing loaded onto trulia?
There is a main picture of my listing on the site it is following, but on trulia, it shows up with no picture.

Fact or Fiction
Fact or Fiction?    Houses in Fountain Hills are selling for $200/square foot! Imagine you are buying a home. You tell the Realtor, “I want to buy a house…

why has the price been reduced so much? how is the roof, plumbing, and electrical?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1070150948-34-Evergreen-Ln-Carpentersville-IL-60110

It's ugly and ready to go!
Looking for a real fixer upper REO in South Philly? I have one.Just listed today, 842 Earp Street. It's ugly and ready to sell.Call me at 215-852-4469

More (Or Less) American Apparel Pot-Stirring: True or false: there is actual...
True or false: there is actual widespread, let's say, concern, over the proposed American Apparel store at 988 Valencia. Or is it, as is so easy to stir up these days, just a tempest on a blog? Good questions…

Sophie's Other Choice: Dior vs Gucci
We like to shop online as much as we like to shop on foot. But sometimes, the overwhelming selection of web merchandise leaves us torn between two similar items. Here, we'll ask you to pick for us. Call…

would you please send me some more info about this home? Thanks
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2002283211--Via-Trovador-Yorba-Linda-CA-92887

EaterWire: Manresa's New Menu, F&W Makes Cuts, Valentine's Day Specials, Ramsay in Trouble?
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“Rent to own” VS “Rent with the option to buy”
I found an interesting property for sale that the listing agent has told me is for sale or available as a “rent to own.” My question is this: how does one negotiate and contractualize an arrangement…

How do I find out if my property is landlocked?

Please send me information regarding price, taxes and maintance costs shortly.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1070552527-800-N-Miami-Ave-W510-Miami-FL-33136

What is the maintenance fee and is a 60 pound dog allowed?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1073440579--North-Wildwood-NJ-08260

EaterWire: Bussaco Chef Shuffle, Frog Cafe at Night, the Worst Food in America, and More
PARK SLOPE— The Feed reports that newcomer Bussaco has already lost a chef: "[Matthew and I] had a hard time agreeing on how to morph the menu in a way that would answer some of the needs of the neighborhood."…

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And Then We Wait ...
And Then We Wait ... As your buyer's agent, I will let you know right upfront that if you would like to make an offer on a foreclosure property - it will take awhile to get a response from the…

if i go to a open house without my buyers broker, will he still be paid a commission fron the other company

Anybody knows where the public sale on Mar 06, 2009 will be held?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2003340158--29th-Ave-W-B101-Lynnwood-WA-98087

Palo Alto CA market data - effect of stock market crash 10/08?
2008 was generally a slow year for real estate on the San Francisco Peninsula. In the desirable residential communities, prices were flat to slightly declining and number of sales was typically down…

THIS PROPERTY IS SAID TO BE A SHORT SALE WHAT DATE WILL THIS HOME BE AVAILABLE
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1042204985-6701-Pinellas-Point-Dr-S-Saint-Petersburg-FL-33712

Curbed Wire: Topping Out at 350 West Broadway and 57 Irving Place, Mars Bar Will Live On!!!
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Ask Curbed: What Rights Does a Tenant Have After Death?
A good Samaritan in Santa Monica trying to help a recently deceased neighbor has a question about said neighbor's tenants rights: "One of my neighbors passed away [last week]. We live in a rent controlled…

Is this property of sale 584 thomas Avenue Little Egg Harbor, NJ?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/New_Jersey/Little_Egg_Harbor_Twp/sold/502681-584-Thomas-Ave-Little-Egg-Harbor-Twp-NJ-08087-SNJ

Wednesday PM Clickage
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Welcome to Ann Arbor, University of Michigan Interns! I am here to assist you with all of your Real Estate needs!
Welcome to Ann Arbor  University of Michigan Interns! I am Caitlin Phillips with Prudential Snyder and Company Realtors located in Ann Arbor. I have been assisting University of Michigan Medical Students…

i donot see my listing on trulia
i listed my home on mls, and i donot see on trulia

Home buyer tax credit repayment may be eliminated
From the National Association of Realtors:Ways and Means Chairman Charlie Rangel has released an outline of a $275 Billion tax package to be included in the Obama economic stimulus bill. Among its many…

Is anyone having problems with getting their agent photo to show up on their listings?

Is this price a mistake?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1073838695-5-Redbird-Irvine-CA-92603

Short Sales
With the economy in the current state it is in and Forclosures at an all-time high. We have been working with many clients to help them through the process of a short sale. Statistics say that a bank…

Its said non qualified loan ! Is this true?

How much is this home listing for ?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1064714797-7915-Avon-Belden-Rd-North-Ridgeville-OH-44039

RackedWire: Massive Makeup Line Outside Macy's; American Apparel Taps Fashion Bloggers for Ads
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I'm looking to rent my 3BR 2BA home in La Grange, IL. price ranges? Furnished or unfurnished - which is best?

Comment of the Day: "Dumbo became what it is during...
"Dumbo became what it is during the largest housing bubble in the history of our country.We are now in one of the WORST economic recessions our country has every faced and you STILL think people are lined…

I have my name on the mortgage. Is a 3-family home. But I don't pay anything tho. Want to get a loan on myself
I am current on a mortgage with my brother. Have a bout 11 years left on it. What is the best way to get a mortgage by myself?.

has there ever been any plumbing issues?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1070135312-403-S-Main-St-Mackinaw-IL-61755

Good Questions: Is It Wrong for Michelle Obama to Borrow Jewerly from Designers?
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My prior question, who attains the certificate of occupancy?
The house was not new and no new additions. It was built in the 80's I believe. The letter sent said my daughter was in violation of section 16.03 certificates of occupancy and building code pa230 of…

FHA loan/down pymt. assistance program/qualified vs. non-qualified buyers
Realtors:Will some of you please tell me if these type of offers (regarding the financing portion) are commonly "accepted" or declined-those with FHA loans that participate in the down payment assistance…

where the public sale on Feb 06, 2009 will be held?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2003461389--60th-Ave-W-Lynnwood-WA-98037

will I qualify for loan?
WE are first time buyers my spouse has a full time job paid around $75000. I have a small business with income range $70000- $150000. our credit scores are around 735. we can make down payment upto $140k.…

Cary Park 2008 Market Report
Cary Park and Southbridge saw an active selling year in 2008.  Our beautiful homes, great schools and proximity to RTP and new services continue to enhance our property values.  The addition of the Cary…

what's the sale price?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Washington/Lynnwood/sold/81670-5630-200TH-ST-SW-B120-LYNNWOOD-WA-98036

Bar Stuzzichini: The Restaurant: Bar StuzzichiniThe Deal: Burger...
The Restaurant: Bar StuzzichiniThe Deal: Burger and a Peroni for $15Where/When: Bar and bar tables, lunch and dinner; 928 Broadway, 212-780-5100 Copyright © 2009 Eater —Amanda

DEALFEED: Charles Chang-Lima
Label: Charles Chang-LimaDeal: Up to 90% off gowns, sportswear and suitsWhen/Where: Thursday, January 22nd from 11am—7pm. 330 W 38th St between Eighth and Ninth Aves, suite 511 (no phone). Copyright…

Reconnect with Your Realtor!
We've run into a situation twice this past week. It isn't the first time it's happened and I'm sure it won't be the last.     Here's what happens....we get a call from an individual that…

Is this price a mistake?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1073838695-5-Redbird-Irvine-CA-92603

IS THE TAXES ON THIS HOME BEHIND?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Michigan/Detroit/sold/136608-9040-Fielding-St-Detroit-MI-48228

Construction Watch: East River Park Ramping Up Production
Frostbitten construction crews are currently assembling that crazy giant snowboarding ramp in East River Park, ahead of Red Bull's Snowscrapers event in early February. The rendering was kind of crazy…